If approved, the higher rates would take effect in late 2025.
“This month’s cold weather provides a real-life reminder of the need for a strong natural gas system that keeps our friends and neighbors warm,” said Holly Bowers, Consumers Energy’s vice president of gas engineering and supply, in a statement. “Our Natural Gas Delivery Plan is ensuring our system remains safe in all weather while continuing to get cleaner for Michigan’s environment and costing the typical household less than $3 a day.”
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The request comes after regulators approved a $35 million increase, 1.5% for residents and 4.9% for businesses and other larger customers in July.
Consumers Energy is the state’s largest natural gas company, servicing about 1.8 million homes and businesses. Over 1 million of them are in southeast Michigan.
“Consumers Energy is honored to serve so many Michiganders who count on us, which is why we’re working for today and the long term to upgrade our system to deliver natural gas dependably,” said Chris Fultz, Consumers Energy’s vice president of natural gas operations, in a statement. “When you see Consumers Energy employees at work, you can be sure we’re making our system safe and secure to serve you for years to come.”